Private Parties
Live Music for Private Parties in Denver
Acoustic guitarist for dinner parties, birthdays, cocktail parties, and backyard celebrations — solo, duo, or trio, with all equipment included and the volume always right for the room.
Why Live Music
The One Thing You Won't Worry About
You know the moment: dinner is served, the playlist you spent an hour building has faded into wallpaper, and the room is one lull away from awkward silence. A speaker can't read your party. A musician can.
Jordan plays acoustic guitar at exactly the level the moment needs — quiet enough for conversation at a dinner party, brighter as the cocktail party warms up, a featured set when everyone gathers around. He arrives early, sets up before your first guest rings the doorbell, and the whole rig fits in a 4x4 ft corner of your living room or backyard.
Fully self-contained, fully insured, and done hundreds of times — from an intimate dinner party for ten to a milestone birthday with a full band, all across the Denver metro.
Options & Pricing
Pick the Sound That Fits Your Party
Each package covers 2 hours of live music with Denver metro travel included — equipment, setup, and a setlist planned around your party. Longer events and quartet+ bands get a custom quote.
Solo — Instrumental
Acoustic Jazz Guitar
from $255 2 hours · Denver metro travel included
Warm fingerstyle jazz guitar, bossa nova, and standards — the dinner party classic. Elegant background music that fills the room without ever competing with conversation.
Solo — With Vocals
Acoustic Guitar & Singing
from $255 2 hours · Denver metro travel included
Singing with acoustic guitar — Chet Baker-style jazz standards or singer-songwriter favorites. More of a featured performance, the kind guests pull their chairs toward.
Duo
Guitar + Bass, Keys, or Vocals
from $485 2 hours · Denver metro travel included
Two musicians who play off each other — a richer sound built for a cocktail party or patio gathering, still compact enough for a living room.
Trio
Guitar + Rhythm Section
from $720 2 hours · Denver metro travel included
Full band feel in a compact format. Guitar, bass, and drums deliver jazz, funk, soul, or contemporary covers — the move for a milestone birthday or a backyard that wants to dance.
Reviews
What Party Hosts Say
Verified reviews from hosts who booked live music for their own celebrations
Jordan and his team were a joy to work with. We discussed what we were looking for, (funky jams) and they delivered. It was the perfect band for my husband's 50th. They are personable, professional, and very talented musicians.
Jordan's ability to read the room was absolutely incredible, seamlessly switching between soft, instrumental guitar and occasional singing. I've never met an entertainer who could switch gears like that. Exactly the classy, sophisticated vibe we hoped for.
What's Included
You Host. The Music Is Handled.
Every private party booking includes everything — no rentals, no borrowed speakers, no tech setup landing on you an hour before guests arrive.
- All sound equipment — PA, mics, amps — nothing for you to rent or borrow
- Volume that fits the moment: background music over dinner, a featured set when everyone gathers
- Song requests honored — send your must-plays in advance and they're in the set
- Setup finished before your first guest arrives, quiet breakdown after
- Works indoors or in the backyard — the whole rig fits a 4x4 ft corner
- Fully insured, with a Certificate of Insurance available on request
Common Questions
Private Party Booking FAQ
How much space does the setup need?
A 4x4 ft corner is plenty — about the footprint of an armchair. The whole rig is self-contained (guitar, amp, compact PA, mic), sets up in 15 minutes, and runs off a standard outlet. Living rooms, patios, and backyards all work.
Will the volume work in a residential neighborhood?
Yes. Acoustic guitar through a compact PA is naturally neighbor-friendly — full enough to carry a backyard, never so loud that conversation strains or the neighbors notice. Volume adjusts in real time, and outdoor sets can wind down before local noise hours.
Do you take requests? Can you learn a special song?
Absolutely. Send your must-play songs ahead of time and they'll be worked into the set. For birthdays and anniversaries, Jordan will learn a specific song that matters to the guest of honor — just mention it when you book.
How do deposits and cancellations work?
A 50% deposit holds your date, with the balance due at the event. If plans change, rescheduling is flexible — weather moves and date changes are handled case by case, not with a rigid penalty schedule.
Are you a good fit for kid-friendly events?
Yes. Setlists are tailored to the crowd, and family-friendly sets are easy — upbeat, clean, with sing-along favorites if you want them. Kids are usually fascinated by the guitar.
How far in advance should I book a musician for a private party?
Two to four weeks ahead is usually plenty for private parties. Holiday weekends and summer Saturdays book earlier, so reach out as soon as you have a date. Last-minute inquiries are welcome — if the date is open, it's yours.
Get a Quote
Tell Me About Your Party
Share a few details and Jordan will follow up personally within 24 hours — usually with a straight quote, not a sales pitch.
Planning a wedding? See the wedding music packages. Hosting a company event? Visit the corporate events page. Want the solo act in detail? See the Denver jazz guitarist page.